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How to Get Into State University of New York at Oswego

Oswego, NY · Public · 2025-2026 cycle · Verified data

State University of New York at Oswego Admissions Statistics

81%
Acceptance Rate
530-630
SAT Reading (mid 50%)
540-640
SAT Math (mid 50%)
23-29
ACT (mid 50%)
5,473
Undergrads
60%
Graduation Rate

How to Actually Get Into State University of New York at Oswego

The bar here is clear

State University of New York at Oswego admits most qualified applicants. Clear the academic bar (the ranges below) and your odds are strong. The real questions become fit, cost, and whether it earns its slot on your list, not whether you can get in.

Position your scores against the real bands

The middle 50% of enrolled students sits around 1070-1270 combined SAT or 23-29 ACT. Above the 75th percentile, scores work for you and this can behave like a target. Below the 25th percentile, the rest of your application has to carry the file, treat it as a reach. Since scores are not required (test-optional) here, submit only if you're inside or above the band; a below-band score is information you don't have to volunteer.

Use the Early Action round deliberately

State University of New York at Oswego offers Early Action: non-binding and worth taking if your application is ready, an earlier answer helps you calibrate the rest of your list, and EA carries no downside beyond the earlier deadline.

The bigger picture: no single school decides your outcome, the shape of your whole list does. Read how top counselors build a college list before you finalize where State University of New York at Oswego fits.

State University of New York at Oswego Application Deadlines (2025-2026)

Round Deadline
Early Action (EA) November 15, 2025
Regular Decision (RD) Rolling

Deadlines verified from official sources for the 2025-2026 cycle. Rounds change year to year, always confirm on the school's site before submitting.

Application Requirements & Costs

Application platform Common App
Application fee $50
Test scores Not required (test-optional)
Writing supplement Not required
Counselor recommendation Not required

State University of New York at Oswego Cost & Financial Aid

Total cost of attendance (sticker, per year) $27,052
Tuition & fees (in-state / out-of-state) $8,825 / $18,735
Room & board (on campus) $16,290
Average net price (aid-receiving families) $16,236

What You'd Actually Pay, by Family Income

Average net price per year (after grants and scholarships) for aid-receiving families, from federal College Scorecard data:

Family income Average net price / year
$0-30k $8,714
$30-48k $11,681
$48-75k $17,412
$75-110k $19,053
$110k+ $23,087
40%
Students receiving Pell Grants
52%
Students taking federal loans
70%
Freshman retention rate
15:1
Student-faculty ratio

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